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LOT 0856
Byzantine Terracotta Oil Lamp
7TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/2 in. (65 grams, 90 mm).
Carinated with a domed upper face, circular filling hole and spout, remains of handle, raised linear motifs. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s onwards.
Private collection of Michael O'Hara, Cambridgeshire, UK.
Ex private collection of Benjamin Hyde-Smith, Hertfordshire, UK.
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Byzantine Gold Ring with Engraved Cross Gemstone
6th-8th century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,111
With baluster detailing to the shoulders, ellipsoid bezel with decorative band to the cell wall, inset garnet cabochon with intaglio design of a cross beneath a wreath and dish below. 3.35 grams, 21.60 mm overall, 19.51 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12)
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11865-206975. -
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From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11864-200658.
The Roman motif of winged Victory bearing a laurel wreath was slowly replaced with the image of Archangel Michael carrying the victory cross when the Roman Empire converted to Christianity. -
Byzantine Bronze Cross with Bead Necklace
Circa 5th-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Cross pattée pendant with ring-and-dot ornament; necklace of later restrung unglazed ceramic beads. 7.2 grams, 76 cm long
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
